Redox processes in the plasma membrane

摘要: As early as 1945, Lundegardh proposed that redox processes took place in the plasma membrane of plants. He further envisaged ion uptake, specifically anion across root cells was directly coupled to flow electrons oxygen. This respiration thought be catalyzed by respiratory components known at time, mainly cytochromes. When, around 1950, these were discovered reside mitochondrion, and not membrane, theory became less tenable (see 1955) it gradually lost prominence. However, hindsight we can now see his main idea correct; there is plenty evidence both animals plants contains which participate a number Crane et al. 1985a,b; Luttge Clarkson 1985; Moller Lin 1986; 1988b for reviews). area plant physiology/ biochemistry attracting great deal interest evidenced three recent workshops with published proceedings (Ramirez 1987; 1988; 1988a). The aim present review discuss critically properties, location, possible physiological roles membrane.